Opportunity
Mobile Cityofmobile #6043
Replacement of Cummins L9 Engine in 2019 Pierce Fire Pumper for City of Mobile
Posted
April 15, 2026
Respond By
April 24, 2026
Identifier
6043
NAICS
811310
This opportunity involves the replacement of a Cummins L9 engine in a 2019 Pierce Enforcer fire pumper for the City of Mobile Fire-Rescue Department. - Government Buyer: - City of Mobile, Alabama - Purchasing Department, Garage Office - OEMs and Vendors: - Cummins (engine manufacturer) - Pierce (fire pumper manufacturer, for reference) - Products/Services Requested: - New, complete drop-in Cummins L9 engine (remanufactured or rebuilt engines not acceptable) - Engine removal and installation service, including: - Towing vehicle from City of Mobile Fire Training Center to repair shop and return - Coolant system flush and refill with OAT coolant - Replacement of radiator, radiator hoses, 5/8" coolant hoses, DEF fluid filter, oil, oil filter, fuel filters, air filter, engine belts, and motor mounts - ECM programming to factory specifications at no extra charge - Third-party certified pump test (EVT F-3) with documentation - Following Cummins break-in procedures and providing documentation - Comprehensive warranty documentation - Access for City personnel to view the replacement process - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Only new, complete drop-in Cummins L9 engines are acceptable (no remanufactured/rebuilt) - Third-party EVT-certified pump test required post-installation - Vendor must document break-in process and provide warranty - Local vendor preference applies - Procurement subject to Cone of Silence - Place of Performance/Delivery: - City of Mobile Fire Training Center, 860 Owens Street, Mobile, AL 36604 - Purchasing Department, 205 Government St. Room S408, Mobile, AL 36644
Description
The City of Mobile is soliciting bids for the replacement of the existing Cummins L9 engine in a 2019 Pierce fire pumper vehicle. The vendor is responsible for removing the old engine and installing a new complete drop-in Cummins L9 engine, including towing the vehicle to and from the repair shop located at the City of Mobile Fire Training Center. The vendor must follow Cummins break-in procedures and document the process. Bids are due by April 24, 2026, and the procurement is subject to a Cone of Silence restricting communication.